The effect of massage on feeding intolerance in preterm infants: a systematic review and meta-analysis study

Abstract Background Feeding intolerance in premature infants is one of the main causes of their long-term hospitalization in NICUs. Massage therapy is a cost-effective intervention that has a positive impact on the health of infants and their parents. This systematic review investigates the effect o...

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Main Authors: Leila Seiiedi-Biarag, Mojgan Mirghafourvand
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-04-01
Series:Italian Journal of Pediatrics
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13052-020-0818-4